Fishing holidays at Notaires

Notaires Feedback

• Sat 27th Apr - Sat 4th May 2013
  Nick Larkins
  Chris and steph were fantastic hosts, nothing was too much trouble right from the moment we got there. Lake was just right for the three of us to move...
  
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• Sat 27th Apr - Sat 4th May 2013
  Nick Larkins
  Great venue, lovely genial hosts who are always happy to help made the whole week very enjoyable. The surroundings are beautiful and the fishing was p...
  
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• Sat 23rd Mar - Sat 30th Mar 2013
  Jordan Hay
  Fishing - on average 4 fish per day, really good fishing, beautiful scenic place. Fish all in great condition. Accommodation - absolutely fantastic p...
  
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• Sat 10th Nov - Sat 17th Nov 2012
  Steve Grant
  We had a great session at notaires/alder for november, caught every day and only fished one night. Multiple takes were common once on the fish. 4 fish...
  
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• Sat 27th Oct - Sat 3rd Nov 2012
  Tony Crane
  Fantastic venue with a variety of lakes all of which produced carp. All fish were in great condition. Chris & steph are fantastic hosts and always is ...
  
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Notaires Availability

• Next Full Availability is
  Sat 22nd Jun 2013.
  
  Click the button below to get a price for a lake exclusive holiday for 4 anglers on Sat 22nd Jun 2013.
  
  
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  Sat 22nd Jun 2013 has

  20% off the venue.

  20% off the ferry.

  
  
  Conditions below apply.
  
• Conditions
  

  • A 20% discount applies to exclusive fishing and accommodation ONLY.
  • A 20% discount applies to a Dover - Calais ferry crossing. Other crossings will be discounted but it may not be possible to offer a 20% discount on the ferry crossing.
  • Bait and food are NOT included in discount.
• If you would like a price for a holiday to Notaires for 4 anglers on Sat 22nd Jun 2013 click the button below and let us know your requirements.
  
  

Overview

The Notaires Lakes are located deep in the French countryside in the region known as the green heart of France. The Creuse is one of the last undiscovered tourist destinations and Notaires is a new venue that hadn’t been commercially fished before Chris and Steph the current owners took over.  Notaires Lakes are 2 mature carp lakes set close to the accommodation which is a newly renovated 200 year old Limousin stone built farmhouse. Peace and quiet are guaranteed as there are no roads or railways close by, but thanks to the great motorway network it is only 5½ hours from Caen. At Notaire’s you have character accommodation and character fishing... a great place for fishing holidays.

The fish stocks have been added in stages to ensure their health and vigour and now range from 15lb to a terrific 41lb, with the average in the high 20’s.

Set in its own 75 acre estate with friendly animals, accessible only by a private road and with a swimming pool adjacent to the accommodation & overlooking the carp lake, Notaires is perfect for combining a family holiday with a fishing holiday.

Here are a couple of quotes from the 2012 feedback;

It’s been a great holiday from the day we arrived & we’ve caught many fish, all in very good condition. The house was lovely, comfortable and more than we expected with a very friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Our hosts Chris and Steph were so helpful and it was lovely to see all the new arrivals, baby llamas and now another one just before we left and the pigs. We will definitely be coming again and have already highly recommended Notaires to various friends and family.

Robert Connolly, 2 trips in 2012

We had a terrific holiday & the kids loved all the animals and learning to fish. The carp are in tip top condition and provided great sport with energetic takes! The bed in the main bedroom was so inviting and comfortable that Ii could not manage to fish any nights! Notaires was everything (and more) that we wished for & 2 pb's were broken in fine style to boot! Full credit to Chris & Steph and the whole family for giving us such a memorable week we shall cherish for years. Many, many thanks!

Keith Richardson, June 12

The Carp Lake

The two mature lakes have been made by damming a stream in a natural valley and the water tumbles down from one lake to the next. They are adjacent to each other and measure around 4 acres in total.

The main carp lake holds the biggest carp (in excess of 40lb) and is directly adjacent to the accommodation and swimming pool. Because the pool is on an elevated bank it means that even if your swimmers are noisy there is little or no detriment to the fishing.

The smaller lake holds more catfish and generally smaller carp than the main lake and is great little lake for beginners and float fishing.

Both lakes are in a beautiful and tranquil setting, roughly rectangular in shape but narrowing at one end and both are fringed by mature beech, oak, willow and alder trees. The willows create plenty of cover and provide bays to fish to on long summer days whilst the large oak and beech trees provide welcome shade for both the carp and fishermen.

There are no nuisance poisson chat and any crayfish are kept under control by the resident catfish. Vehicle access is possible to both lakes, so unloading fishing gear is nice and easy.

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The Carp

The lakes have been stocked with fast growing Royale carp and a few grass carp.

The smallest fish are around 15lb ranging at the upper end into the mid 40’s.

As well as the carp, each lake also has a medium-sized catfish to do the lake housekeeping.

The carp are triploid which means that they do not breed, so less time is lost in schooling and spawning, plus they grow faster. Another positive factor is the consequent absence of small carp. 

Furthermore, as previously mentioned, the lakes are stream fed and this is great for keeping the fish active.

The Facilities

The lakeside accommodation is a very roomy farmhouse, traditionally built in the Creuse style and lovingly restored. It’s packed with history and character. The ground floor opens into a large open plan kitchen and living area with oak beams. It’s an ideal family room.

The kitchen is well equipped with a large five-burner gas stove, electric oven, grill and rotisserie. There is also a kettle, toaster, coffee-maker, microwave and fridge-freezer.

Off the main living area is a small utility room with WC. There’s also a ground floor bedroom which would be convenient for family members with limited mobility. The hallway opens into a cloakroom which is useful for storing fishing gear.

Upstairs is the large master bedroom with oak beams and period furniture. There are also two twin bedrooms and a large bathroom.

Heating is by log fire in the lounge (logs FOC) If additional heating is required we have gas heaters available. Please note that with normal seasonal temperatures May to Sept it is extremely unlikely that additional heating being required.

If you want to check your Emails whilst you’re away that’s not a problem as this venue does have wireless internet connection available.

Outside is a generous garden that overlooks the lake and features a 200 year old oak tree, great for providing natural shade when you’re sitting or eating outdoors. At the side of the house a swimming pool was constructed for the 2010 season. Partners and children can laze by the pool while keeping an eye on the anglers.

The owners Christopher and Stephanie raise llamas and alpacas on the farm and you may see visitors trekking through the neighbouring fields with these lovely, friendly animals. 

The Animals;

In addition to the llamas there are many other friendly animals to meet at the Notaire’s Lakes which are always very popular with children.

Walking and cycling;

The Creuse has an extensive network of green lanes and quiet roads which are excellent for walking and cycling. Several Grand Randonnées (public footpaths) run nearby and there are many marked walks as well. Cycling is a great way of seeing the architecture of the little villages and perhaps stopping for a coffee on the way. You don’t even have to bring your own bikes - they have tough mountain bikes in a range of sizes available for hire. There are signed cycle routes or the owners can suggest itineries to take in interesting features and beauty spots.

Local attractions;

Shopping: PO, garage and boulangerie in our local village 2km away. Supermarkets, banks in Boussac 15km away. Hypermarkets at Gueret 40km and Montlucon 45km away. Various weekly markets. Limoges 80km away.

Leisure: swimming pools at La Chatre 30km, Soumans 20km; swimming lakes at Chatelus Malaveix 12km and Treignat 25km. Golf course Les Dryades 10km, Gouzon 20km. Numerous walks in the area. Riding stables at Nouzerines 2km and Clugnat 10km.

Airport Collection Service;

Grab a cheap flight to Limoges and you could be fishing on the bankside just three hours after take-off. The owners do an airport collection service for up to 4 persons and can supply you with up to 3 sets of tackle.  You'll find more details below.

Carp Bait

Carp Tackle Hire

Tackle Hire & Airport Collection Service

Grab a cheap flight to Limoges and you could be fishing on the bankside just three hours after take-off. The owners can collect up to 4 people.

They can then supply you with up to 3 sets of tackle (bivvy, bedchair, 3 rods, reels, alarms, rod pod, landing net, mat… everything apart from terminal tackle).

Total price for this service, including pick-up & tackle hire is 250€ per person per week.

Return visits;

Visit this lake 2 (or more) times in the same calendar year & get a 10% discount on the return visits!

We have lots of customers who make more than one trip with us and we want to reward that loyalty. Certain venues have agreed to participate in a discount scheme for return trips. This lake is one of those taking part… so book a return trip and get your 10% discount!

Conditions:

• Applies to fishing only & excludes accommodation (if normally booked separately), food, bait etc.
• Applies to ferry crossing for vehicle only (excludes trailers, cabins etc)
• Members of a group booking who have not visited twice will not be eligible for the discount
• This offer is only valid for return trips taken in the same calendar year and cannot be taken in conjunction with any other offer or special discount applied to this lake

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